Pincher Martin, O.D.: A Story of the Inner Life of the Royal Navy by Dorling

"Pincher Martin, O.D.: A Story of the Inner Life of the Royal Navy" by Taffrail is a naval fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows Pincher Martin, a new ordinary seaman, as he embarks on his service aboard the battleship Belligerent during World War I. The story explores the trials, tribulations, and camaraderie experienced by sailors in a wartime setting, providing a glimpse into naval life. The opening of the story introduces readers to Martin's first day on the Belligerent, capturing his anxious arrival and initiation into naval routines. As he is quickly integrated into the ship's daily life, Martin faces various challenges, from stowing his belongings to adhering to the orders of officers and fellow sailors. The dynamics among crew members showcase both the strict hierarchy of the navy and the lighter moments of bonding between characters, as Martin learns the ropes and finds his place within this bustling microcosm of naval life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Dorling, H. Taprell (Henry Taprell), 1883-1968
Illustrator Williams, C. Fleming
Title Pincher Martin, O.D.: A Story of the Inner Life of the Royal Navy
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Sea stories
Subject Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Fiction
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Naval operations -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 41774
Release Date
Last Update Nov 27, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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